It was a great day of learning, collaboration, and connection across the Alex Lee family. Our Lowes Foods summer interns joined our MDI interns on campus for lunch and a behind-the-scenes look at how our sister companies work hand in hand — wholesale and retail — to serve customers and communities across the Southeast. This is what the Alex Lee family looks like in action: shared purpose, shared learning, and future leaders finding their place at the table. Join our team! http://bit.ly/4vFFUNc Alex Lee, Inc. Lowes Foods #DeliverTogether #AlexLee #InternshipExperience
About us
Merchants Distributors (MDI) is a privately-owned wholesale grocery store distributor headquartered in Hickory, NC. MDI supplies over 600 retail food stores with food and non-food items in NC, SC, GA, TN, VA, AL, WV, OH, FL, PA, MD, and KY. MDI celebrated its 85th anniversary on September 21, 2016. MDI's 85 year history is an interesting story of sacrifice, growth and success. It began as a small family business in the small town of Hickory, North Carolina, and as one local newspaper described it, "With little more than a bag of peanuts, an apple, and a stick of candy." What Lebanese immigrant Moses George and his sons purchased in 1931 for $17,000 has since grown to become a multimillion-dollar wholesale grocery company. Merchants Distributors is a great American success story but it is a company that has never forgotten its roots. Its success is based on: - Its values, its facilities, its variety, its Advertising programs, its cost of goods, and its innovations - The one thing that distinguishes MDI as superior to other distribution companies - leadership. MDI's owners have created a leadership style that supports the organization as one family working together for one common goal and a culture in its people that is impossible to duplicate.
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http://www.mdi.com
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- Industry
- Wholesale
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Hickory, NC
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1931
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5005 Alex Lee Blvd
Hickory, NC 28601, US
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One step closer! On July 8th we celebrated the topping off ceremony for our new facility in Port St. Lucie, Florida. We're excited to move into our new home later this summer and begin the next chapter of growth and service.
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They're here! Our 2026 Summer Interns have arrived and they are already working hard across all areas of our business. We're excited to see what all we can accomplish with their help this summer! #DeliverTogether
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Proud to be a part of Alex Lee, Inc.
We are honored to share that Alex Lee has been named one of America’s Top Private Companies by Forbes for 2025 — a recognition that reflects decades of growth and the people who power it. As we continue rising to meet the future, we’re investing in what’s next: innovation, opportunity, and careers that grow with the company. See the roles and opportunities available to you … because we’re just getting started! Merchants Distributors, LLC Lowes Foods W. Lee Flowers & Co Souto Foods LLC Import Mex Distributors Kj's Market
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We are honored to be named Arrive Logistics’ Carrier of the Year for the second consecutive year. A testament to reliability, teamwork, and trusted partnerships. #DeliverTogether
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February 22 is Supermarket Employee Day — a time to recognize and celebrate our incredible employees who show up with dedication and purpose for our customers, communities, and each other every single day. We’re grateful for all you do. #DeliverTogether #SupermarketEmployeeDay
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This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the incredible MDI team that makes everything possible. Here’s to collaboration, creativity, and community. Wishing you all a season filled with gratitude and joy! #DeliverTogether
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Proud of our team for continuing to #DeliverTogether
Best-in-State Employer: We are honored to announce that Alex Lee has earned a spot on Forbes’ list of America’s Best-in-State Employers 2025. This reflects our deeply rooted commitment to employee satisfaction, growth, and excellence. Find a role with an employer who is dedicated to you and your success – search Alex Lee’s career opportunities. https://lnkd.in/g3UjWiq Lowes Foods Souto Foods LLC Merchants Distributors, LLC W. Lee Flowers & Co
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At MDI, we invest in every part of the wellbeing of our team. It was exciting to see our team taking the time to learn more about all the resources available to them at our Thrive Together Expo this week! #DeliverTogether
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Our people are our greatest differentiators. Proud to be recognized for the fourth consecutive year! #DeliverTogether
Winning Approach to Innovation: For the fourth year in a row, Fast Company has named Alex Lee as one of its Best Workplaces for Innovators for 2025! We are committed to develop innovative thinking among our employees by providing initiatives where they can showcase their talent for problem-solving. If you want to be part of a company that encourages you to stay curious and think boldly. www.alexleecareers.com Lowes Foods Souto Foods LLC Merchants Distributors, LLC W. Lee Flowers & Co
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